Nintendo is offering an exciting opportunity for gamers to experience Drag x Drive, the upcoming wheelchair basketball title for Switch 2, through a special free trial event. However, players will need an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription to participate in this preview.

First revealed during April's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct presentation, Drag x Drive immediately captured attention with its unique sports concept and innovative use of the Joy-Con 2's mouse mode functionality. The game combines competitive 3v3 basketball action with wheelchair mechanics, creating a fresh take on sports gaming.

Scheduled for release on August 14 as a Switch 2 exclusive, Drag x Drive has already generated significant buzz for its accessibility features. The game includes options like screen reader support, adjustable font sizes, and speech-to-text functionality for in-game communication, making it one of Nintendo's most inclusive titles to date.

The Drag x Drive: Global Jam trial event, as reported by VGC, will run across two days with multiple sessions:

Drag x Drive Free Trial Schedule (Nintendo Switch Online Required)

• August 9: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM PT
• August 10: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM PT

While the game's $19.99 price point makes it an affordable option at launch, some fans have expressed disappointment about the apparent lack of local multiplayer support. Drag x Drive will support online matches with up to 12 players, but only one player per console.

The Nintendo Switch 2 continues its strong market performance, having sold 3.5 million units in its first four days. With Drag x Drive joining the console's growing library, and rumors of a potential July 2025 Nintendo Direct circulating, the platform's future looks promising for sports game enthusiasts and accessibility advocates alike.